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Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #88 We have had classic cars for some 30 years. I sold a car a few years ago and did not replace it as I just did not know what I wanted this time around. Last July my husband and his brother were going to a local cruise night. lastRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #86 I will be attending with a 1977 Laverda Jota 1000. The Jota is loud, very loud. This particular bike was delivered from the factory to the Canadian dealer with the endurance racing three-into-one exhaust, not the Slater pipes. The previous owner told me a story I’ve since heard fromRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #85 Built in: San Jose, California on November 2, 1964 and sold through Dallas, Texas. Purchased in September 2012 from Legendary Motor Car (not much else on ownership history, except that the car was purchased by LGM as part of a collection). Photo documentation shows frame off restoration in 1993Read more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #84 I bought my 1976 Triumph Spitfire in 1999 after spending some time looking for a motorcycle I want to buy. I owned a bike back in the 1960s, and in 1999 I had one of those senior citizen moments where I decided I wanted to repeat my youth.Read more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #83 This is my 1973 Kawasaki 900 Z1. It started life in Montreal, Quebec and was owned by a beautiful, tall, red haired lady. Either she was a motorcycle aficionado or she may have throught her red hair and the candy brown colors of the Z1 complemented oneRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #82 As a young teenager I was able to save this car from my dad’s wrecking yard on the condition that the car was either going to be restored or scrapped. While home for a visit in 1972, I purchased a suitable trailer and the un-restored car was transported fromRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #81 My stress reliever comes in the form of a fully restored 1967 Ford Ranch Wagon, with its original 390 2V engine and factory air conditioning it just floats along the highway. An original Georgia car it was restored by a gentleman in New York approximately 9 years ago andRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #80 This 1937 Oldsmobile was featured in the movie “A Christmas Story”. It was the old man’s (starring Darin McGavin) car. The movie was filmed between January and March 1983. The car was purchased on May 20th 1983 by a Cookstown Ontario resident. The car was found by John HearyRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #79 Well I’ve had my little Honda Twinstar now for 23 years and its gone through many changes over the years as it is now on its 3rd fairing. The bike now sports a Roaster Vetter fairing and it houses the radio, and original cycle sound speakers, all of whichRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP stories #75 We purchased this barn stored Tudor in 2009. The mice had been into it, headliner and rug were full of holes. After the purchase, We did over the interior, cleaned and waxed it up, so we could drive to the car shows. The following year in 2010 we decidedRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #74 This 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass S convertible is totally restored including every nut and bolt, the frame, motor and transmission. It’s an original Canadian car from Edmonton Alberta owned by the same family until I bought it 5 years ago. There are only 43000 miles on the Odometer. The carRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #73 We purchased ” Lil.37 ” in Sept. 2014 at Burls Creek flea market. We had a 31 Dodge sold it to buy the truck. It is Candy Apple red with ghost flames, nice grey interior with a cd player. It has a tunnel cover over the box whichRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #72 I’ve always loved classic cars! When I was young I wanted to buy a 1965 Mustang but I had young kids and my wife made me purchase a minivan. Fast forward 25 years and now I own a 1965 Mustang convertible GT. Finally-end of story! Owner: Richard Rytwinski

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #71 In 2000 I decided to build a 1934 Ford Coupe. The frame was hand built from scratch with a Ford 9″ positraction rear end on a 4bar on cool overs. The front end suspension is independent. The driveline is a 1996 Corvette LT1 with 4L60E transmission and exhaust isRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #70 This is my third summer with the car. Previously, I owned a 1986 check 4×4 that I built and enjoyed for a while then decided to get into a Camaro. I have always liked the RS SS Z28 so I ended up getting into this one, with some hardRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #69 I’ve owned my truck going on 3 years now, I’ve always been into the 30’s hot rods ever since I was a kid. I have owned different classic and muscle cars through out my life but always wanted the 30’s hot rod. The opportunity came up when I listedRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #68 Goldie, as we fondly named her, is a 1938 Plymouth Business Coupe. She was born in Detroit, Michigan and was purchased in New York by my uncle’s aunt, who then brought her to Toronto. When she was finished driving her, she gave her to my uncle. He used GoldieRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #67 This 289 cubic inch Automatic Ford Fairlane XL and much beloved gem of ours began life in 1966 with a fresh red body and white convertible top . Purchased in Aylmer, Ontario, it needed extensive renovation to involved to even begin to outline here. However, anyone who’s interested inRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #66 Reprinted from the Toronto Star Building the car you see here today has been part of a lifelong dream that began when I first laid eyes on a Cougar, an XR7, owned by a friend’s mom. I bought my used, low-mileage 1986 Cougar GS Coupe in 1988, and I’veRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #65 I purchased my ’57 Thunderbird in 2012 as a retirement gift for myself from a person in Burnaby British Columbia. I had it shipped by rail to Ontario. It’s a car I’ve always liked so much so that I can recall drawing pictures of it in geography class inRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #64 Here is my 1957 Oldsmobile Golden Rocket 88 Holiday Coupe with the famed 371 cu in 300 hp J2 Rocket V8. I have had the car since 1982 and it recently went through a complete nut and bolt restoration 90% of which I did myself. These Olds were racedRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #63 My Cutlass S was bought new by my father-in-law back in 1970. It was his first new car and my wife learned how to drive in the car at age 16. I performed a complete body-off restoration between 2003 to 2006. The restoration has taken the carRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #62 I found my 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais T-Top in a barn located in Bruce County. It had been sitting there for about 12 years, and had numerous rodent tenants living in it over those years. After a complete tear-down of the interior, electrical, and drive-train in 2016, I’mRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #61 As Barry Meguiar would say ” I’am a car guy” , from a early age I’ve always been interested in classic cars and trucks from the early 30’s thru to the early 70’s. The vehicle I own now is a 1955 Chevy 3100 truck that is a resto-mod. IRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #60 I came to own a very beautiful 1987 Pontaic Fiero GT all because of a joke. I was talking to my husband about wanting an kid free car. So for mothers day last year he bought me this car. I’ve fallen in love with this car. MyRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #59 I sold my classic truck last summer, so the hunt was on for a new ride. I found this one in Mississauga in February. It’s a 1935 Ford Tudor Humpback, Viper Red with a rebuild 327 c.i. and rebuilt 350 Turbo shift transmission with a shift kit. This vehicleRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #58 I bought this Mercedes from the original owner, a neurologist. He had a brain aneurism (ironic) and wanted to sell the car so that it could go to a good home. Originally purchased brand new at Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills and always a local car. I purchased the car in SantaRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #56 As a young boy I assembled a lot of model car kits. As with most of us, when I left home, I left the models, which my parents carefully packed into cardboard boxes. Many years later, when I was visiting, my mother said, “you are now taking all ofRead more

‘Baby Blue’ was purchased in 2014 from a collector after falling in love with the 190SL we brought home in 2007. Although unrestored, the color combination is stunning and attracts people wherever she goes … and she goes a lot! Like our other 190, this one is driven near daily with much love and pleasure, including a trip toRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #54 After seeing one of these 30 years ago in Muskoka – the sheer elegance of the machine never left my mind. In early 2005, I finally had the means to purchase one and so the process began; it started with research: history of the vehicle, time-line changes, value, scarcity,Read more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #53 Fully documented from new and purchased from the estate on the “Original Owner”. 40072 confirmed and fully documented miles from new. Comes with meticulous records of every oil change, gas fill up and all documents including details of entire restoration including dates of all steps with quality photos since DAYRead more

Creemore Valley Classics Stories #52 My story is a simple one. When I was in my teens I had a 72 Mustang which I loved but later to go to college I could not afford it, then in my 20’s I had a 1984 Toyota Supra that I also loved but being young and startingRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #51 You are looking at a small piece of American automotive history. The G.T.O. is considered by many Pontiac aficionados to be the first muscle car. This G.T.O was discovered in Arkansas and, after being documented with the Pontiac Historical Society, the car received a 4 year total frame offRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #50 This vehicle was built in France in 1954. The original owner, a farmer in Provence, sold the car to a British pilot, who brought the car to the United Kingdom in the mid 1990’s. Since then it has undergone a near complete restoration. The interior was completely restored inRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #49 I am fortunate to be surrounded by great people! A friend knew I was interested and invited a few locals and myself to Gerry’s Jalopy School. There we learned a great deal from the master, made new friends and I was hooked on hot rods! I began making theRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #48 William Durant made his fortune in the horse drawn buggie, coaches and carriages. His quality and workmanship was known world. Upon seeing the first horseless carriage he knew this was the future of transportation. Historical Facts Durant saved Buick from bankruptcy in 1904 and became theRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #47 This car was purchased from Desert Valley Auto in Arizona in 2000 in the conditioned as shown in the accompanying pictures. After getting the car to Collingwood every single nut and bolt was removed from the vehicle. All metal parts and pieces were dipped in acid to clean allRead more

This car was built in France in 1979. It was imported into Canada in 1982. I previously restored a 1966 Citroen 2CV in the 1990’s. This vehicle in 2016 and I am the 3rd owner. Specs: 2 cylinder Air cooled Engine 602 cc 4 speed manual Front wheel drive Over 5.000.000 Citroen 2CV`s wereRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #45 I am a member of the Georgian Bay Classic Car Club and have a 1981 MGB Mark IV. This car has 22,384 original miles and is in pristine condition. My wife Judi and I travel to many classic car shows and enjoy meeting and appreciating all of the vintageRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #44 The Bureau of Reclamation is an agency under the US Department of the Interior and oversees water resource management, specifically as it applies to the oversight and operation of numerous water diversion, delivery, storage and hydroelectric power generation projects it has built throughout the western US. The Bureau ofRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #43 When I lived in London, England back in the late Sixties, I owned a chrome bumper, red 1964 MGB. Ten years after moving to Canada in 1978, I purchased another MGB in Newmarket Ontario. It was a lovely blue 1976 MGB with black rubber bumpers. I really enjoyed itRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #42 In 1964 I was working at Westinghouse in Brantford when I decided to get a new car from a dealer I knew named Jack Van Tilburg. He brought me to Roe-Hoiles Motors in Galt, where I found my 1964 Dodge Polara Convertible. When I purchased it on NovemberRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #40 The Monaco model for the Dodge brand started in 1965. At the time, this Chrysler “C Body” was the larger luxury model. The “Monaco 500” name plate was only available on a Canadian model. Our car was built at Chrysler Plant #3 in Windsor, one of onlyRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #39 I’ve always loved Mopar’s growing up and have owned a few but took a time out to build a 57 Ford Gasser which I recently sold to purchase this numbers matching 1968 Dodge Dart GTS, 383, 4 speed car from Columbus Ohio. The smoke show photo is from theRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #37 I bought a 1953 GMC pickup truck in June 2012. It originated in Western Canada. I was going to do a restoration on the truck, but was convinced by a friend to build a Hot Rod so it would be more dependable. This would be my first build !!!Read more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #36: My “LIL67GTO” – This 1967 Pontiac GTO 400 was born in Kansas City in 1967. It came to Ontario in 1982 and was in Ajax for one month before moving to Weston (Toronto) in October of 1982 for a decade. From there, it went to Stayner where itRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #35 I have been an avid Kawasaki triple 2 stroke enthusiast since I acquired my 1972 Kawasaki 750 in 1978. This bike changed the way I thought about bikes and have never looked back. Through the years, I have restored many of these gems and never get boredRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #34 Our 1966 Bristol 409 green car is the only one in Canada out of seventy-five built. Powered by a Chrysler 318 poly engine with an aluminum Torqueflight push button transmission. The body is aluminum and the front fenders house the spare wheel and battery. With a topRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #33: The 1948 Bristol 400 maroon car was one of 400 cars made that were based upon a 1938 BMW 328, and built by the Bristol Aircraft Company. The body is built around a wood frame using aluminum and steel, powered by a 6 cyl hemi head with tripleRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #32 My 1955 Chevrolet 210 was purchased in November 1999 as a rolling shell with some parts, and it took seven years to restore. My son was only eight when I started, but he helped with the restoration from the beginning. This car continues to be a big part ofRead more

Creemore Valley Classics Stories #32 This car is the symbol of true love because it was a wedding present from my husband. On May 4th of last year, the night before our wedding, a mix of our blended family and friends gathered to watch him surprise me with my dream car. ThisRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #30 This is my pride and joy classic car. It is a numbers match 1979 Pontiac Firebird, with a 403 block engine, no A/C, roll down windows, and glass T tops. The car is originally from Alberta where it was purchased by my cousin in the summer of 1979.Read more

Creemore Valley Classics Stories #29 My Corvette was purchased as a replacement for my 1957 Chevrolet. Belair Convertible, that burned to the ground from a garage fire when I was eighteen. I found this vette rottening in a yard and I was able to buy it and worked on it till I got it intoRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #28 My name is Dorothee Anne McLean, a resident of Collingwood, and proud owner of a 1974 red E-Type V-12 Jaguar Roadster with factory hard-top. It was the most exciting surprise to find it parked in our driveway the morning of my 50th birthday, complete with a big red bow!Read more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #26 This car has been in our family since ordered new from England and this is it’s 50th year. We think it deserves a bit of a celebration. Originally a daily driver which we had restored in the 1990’s. It has accumulated over 100,000 miles during our ownershipRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #25 I purchased this 1973 model Triumph TR-6 on April 19th 1973 from MacMillan and Saunders in Malton, Ontario for the sum of $4500.00 tax included. It included overdrive for the transmission which effectively makes this a 6 speed transmission and a full tonneau cover (in black) that coveredRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #23 This is my 1983 Delorean DMC-12. This car has been in the family for thirty-two years, having been first owned by my father and now by me. We are the second owners of this car. Originally sold by Kerr Cadillac of Oakville, this car was painted gold by Kerr Read more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Story #22 My wife and I completed this trip of just over 4500 miles in my 1966 GT Mustang , along with my uncle and aunt in their 1968 AMX. The goal was to travel Route 66 in reverse and the Pacific Coast #1 highway, so we had our vehicles truckedRead more

Creemore Valley Classics #21 Prior to the popular series The Flash, there was another Flash disguised in sheeps clothing. There were many well known contenders in the muscle car era but one of the mightiest of all was the Buick GSX. Yes a Buick. The Mom and Pop car company. The torque rating on theRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #20 Our “Red Rocket started as a pile of rust in Peterborough, and is now looking like a shiny gem. This car runs the original slant six with push button automatic. The 60’s were full of fins and chrome! We are ready to cruise for 2017. Owners: Jeff and Val Gilbert

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #19 We acquired the car in the fall of 2013 from Newmarket. The car was in good condition but no doubt some issues were starting to show in regards to the paint/body work. We began looking for a restoration shop somewhere in our area and found “Body by Biggs” inRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #18 I bought my Cutlass brand-new in 1971. It was purchased with the intention of driving it every day, but I ended up storing it for that first winter, and as things turned out, it has ended up never seeing a winter. It is completely original except for tiresRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #17 This original 1954 Allard J2X was one of the last of the competition models to leave the works factory in London, England in 1953. Shortly thereafter, the company ceased to produce cars, having manufactured a total of 1908 vehicles in a variety of models (including saloons, coupes, trials, stationRead more

Creemore Classics Stories #16 This vehicle was stored for many years after the original owner passed away. Recently refurbished and renewed, this low mileage Caddy is a great drive. The 8.2 litre (500 cu. in) engine and 3-speed hydra-matic transmission are original. The grill treatment was a dealer installed option offered to celebrate 70th anniversaryRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #14 This 1953 Chev panel truck has had 2500 miles since it had a frame-off total reconstruction. The 350 cubic inch crate engine has an automatic transmission, with a four-barrel Edelbrock carburetor and manifold. It has ceramic headers into a stainless steel dual exhaust, and a Camero front suspensionRead more

Creemore Valley Classics VIP Stories #12 This 1974 Super beetle was completely restored and imported long beach California. It features a rebuilt 1776cc motor and has been lowered by 2″ all around. VIP Owner: David Johnston Be sure to check out our Volkswagen Boulevard on July 15. There will be a bunch ofRead more

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[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] Creemore Valley Classics Stories #11 I’ve dreamed of owning a Pontiac Fiero since they first became available. Trouble is I was only 11 years old when they first arrived in dealer showrooms and I had no drivers license or the funds to buy one! BackRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] Creemore Valley Classics Stories #10 I’ve owned this 1978 Silver Anniversary Corvette since new. Apart from losing the rear bumper in an accident in 1978 the car is crash free. In 2011 I sent the car to a local body shop to refresh the wearRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] My 1964 Impala Sport coupe was purchased sight unseen from an ad on eBay. It was a Georgia-driven car for most of its life, and it was registered for the first time on my 19th birthday so it was a sign that I just had toRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] CKCStories 9 of 100 After the 18th Amendment outlawed spirits in 1920, almost every family in Buffalo City, North Carolina operated a still or was otherwise involved in bootleg liquor. The government started sending out federal agents who were nicknamed “Revenuers”, to try and catch theRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] CKC Stories #8 of 100 This car was purchased in Vancouver in 1979 while I was still in high school. It is one of 652 and is a GM Canada documented car built in Oshawa, Ontario on May 11, 1966 and shipped to Brett’s Chevrolet inRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] CKCStories: #7 of 100 My son Chris became interested in muscle cars. He found a 1976 Pontiac original 455 4 speed Trans Am that required a lot of work. We spent two years restoring the car and went to shows together and enjoyed the car. ByRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] CKCStories #6 of 100 I’ve owned this California-built ‘67 Mustang convertible since 2001 when I brought it back to Canada. It still had the California black plates! It has all original sheet metal but it has been repainted in its original colour of Burnt Amber, aRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] CKCStories #5 of 100 My classic 57 T-Bird was originally built in July, 1957 and will turn sixty this year, just in time for the Copper Kettle Classic. I bought it in 1986 when it had been driven a mere 16,000 miles and was in beautifulRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] CKCStories #4 of 100 The vehicle, believe it or not, is a fiberglass reproduction of a 1955 T Bird that was built in Battle Creek Michigan by the Shay Motor Company between 1980 and 1981 and was distributed through Ford dealerships in the United States. ThisRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] For Chris Longhouse of Barrie, Ontario, Canada, it all started the day his parents handed him his first plastic kit model to assemble at the kitchen table at age 6. It didn’t take the youngster long before he was elbows-deep in the build, canvassing the instructionsRead more

[vc_basic_grid max_items=”” style=”pagination” items_per_page=”8″ element_width=”3″ gap=”0″ item=”mediaGrid_ScaleWithRotation” grid_id=”vc_gid:1436801351792-834976e6-1ef2-5″ paging_animation_in=”none”] Copper Kettle Classics VIP Stories #2 A 1953 Royal Enfield Model G motorcycle is the pride and joy of Brian Nason, of Hamilton, Canada. He also describes it as “a labor of love/hate for a local mechanic who spent countless hours making it roadworthy.” That’s notRead more

I’m entering my ‘#67mercurycougar that I’ve had for 5 years now. 2017 marks the 50th anniversary (mine was built in Aug of ’67), so my family and I will be doing a tour and hitting as many big shows as we can to mark the occasion. She’s a U.S. car that is all original except forRead more